PM Abiy Ahmed's Vision for Africa's Future and Development

Africa's Strategic Assets and Vision

• 💡 Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed welcomed leaders to Ethiopia, highlighting its deep history, resilience, and bold ambition for Africa's future.
• 🔑 He emphasized that Africa's most strategic asset is not just what is extracted, but what is designed, built, and governed, translating vision into lasting institutions.
• 🎯 Responsible water management is central to development, with the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam showcasing African ingenuity and shared prosperity.

Economic Growth and Human Capital

• 📈 Many African economies are among the fastest growing globally, with Ethiopia projecting 10.2% growth this year.
• 🌱 By 2035, Africa will add more young people to the global workforce than the rest of the world combined, necessitating investment in health and education.
• ✅ Ethiopia is investing in maternal and child health, early childhood education, and school feeding programs to ensure children are nourished and ready to learn.

Sustainable Development and Climate Action

• 🏙️ Urban and rural areas in Ethiopia are being transformed to be green, human-centered, and resilient, exemplified by the Addis Ababa Riverside Renewal.
• 🌳 The Green Legacy Initiative has planted over 48 billion trees, restoring ecosystems and building a living legacy for future generations.
• 🌍 Climate action must be anchored in justice and equity, with Africa hosting climate summits to present unified solutions.

Digital Transformation and Innovation

• 🚀 Under Digital Ethiopia 2030, digital public infrastructure is being built, linking national digital ID (FIDA) with payment systems for secure services.
• 🧠 Ethiopia established Africa's first artificial intelligence institute in 2020 and plans an AI university based on "Madamemer" for purposeful collaboration.
• ✈️ Investments in connectivity include Ethiopian Airlines, building Africa's largest airport, and Ethio Telecom's expansion to bridge the digital divide.

A Confident and United African Union

• 🤝 In an era of global uncertainty, Africa's strength lies in a confident and united African Union.
• 🗣️ The AU aims for functional sovereignty and to own its narratives through initiatives like Pulse of Africa, amplifying African voices.
• 🎯 By 2063, Africa seeks to be defined by what it secures, sustains, and shares, shaping global agendas and delivering dignity for all.